Convert centiliter to minim (US)
Please provide values below to convert centiliter [cL] to minim (US) [min (US)], or Convert minim (US) to centiliter.
How to Convert Centiliter to Minim (Us)
1 cL = 162.307309026473 min (US)
Example: convert 15 cL to min (US):
15 cL = 15 × 162.307309026473 min (US) = 2434.6096353971 min (US)
Centiliter to Minim (Us) Conversion Table
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Centiliter
A centiliter (cL) is a unit of volume equal to one hundredth of a liter, commonly used to measure small quantities of liquids.
History/Origin
The centiliter was introduced as part of the metric system to provide convenient subdivisions of the liter, which was established in the late 18th century during the development of the metric system in France.
Current Use
The centiliter is used primarily in countries that utilize the metric system for measuring liquids, such as in beverage labeling, cooking, and scientific contexts, especially in Europe.
Minim (Us)
The minim (US) is a unit of volume measurement primarily used in the United States, equal to one fluid dram or approximately 0.0616115 milliliters.
History/Origin
The minim originated from the apothecary system, where it was used to measure small quantities of liquids, especially in pharmacy and medicine, dating back to the 19th century.
Current Use
Today, the minim is rarely used outside of specific medical or pharmaceutical contexts, with metric units like milliliters being more common for volume measurement.